Sales Ledger Clerk

Location Stockton-on-Tees
Discipline: Accountancy & Finance
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £25,000
Contact name: Emily Watson

Contact email: emily@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23363
Published: about 9 hours ago

​A well-established, family-oriented business is seeking aSales Ledger Clerkto join their Accounts team. This role is ideal for someone with experience in a similar position.

The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of Sales Ledger operations, ensuring efficient management of customer accounts and supporting the wider finance function.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all Sales Ledger functions, including chasing overdue balances and ensuring timely payment

  • Set up new customer accounts, including credit approvals and assigning credit limits

  • Release orders where applicable, raise credits/refunds, and perform bank reconciliations as required

  • Liaise with other departments to resolve customer queries efficiently and professionally

  • Process account updates such as address changes and maintain accurate records

  • Carry out credit checks for new customers and set appropriate payment terms

  • Support ad hoc financial tasks as required

  • Ensure accuracy and compliance in all ledger-related processes

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Experience in Sales Ledger or a similar accounts role

  • Proven track record of chasing overdue invoices effectively

  • Strong customer service skills, both over the phone and via email

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other accounting tools

  • Numerate and literate, with excellent attention to detail

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Excellent time management and organisational abilities

  • Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and customers

Job Type:Permanent, Full-time (36.5 hours per week)

Working Hours:Monday to Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Friday: 9:00am – 4:00pm